India’s women’s cricket team has secured an unassailable 3-0 lead in their T20I series against Sri Lanka, powered by a sensational unbeaten 79 from opener Shafali Verma. The explosive innings came after a disciplined bowling performance, featuring 4 wickets from Renuka Singh Thakur and 3 from Deepti Sharma, which restricted Sri Lanka to a modest 112/7.
Verma was in exceptional form, smashing 11 fours and 3 sixes off just 42 deliveries, guiding India to the target with a commanding 6.4 overs to spare. Despite early wickets for Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues, Verma dominated the attack, showcasing a wide array of strokes including powerful drives, pulls, and lofted shots. She reached her half-century in a blistering 24 balls.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur provided solid support with an unbeaten 21, sealing India’s fourth consecutive T20I series victory over Sri Lanka. This win underscores India’s consistent dominance in the format and sets a strong precedent for future encounters. The team’s cohesive performance, from bowling to batting, highlighted their readiness and strategic prowess. The comprehensive victory reinforces India’s position as a formidable force in international women’s T20 cricket.
